635-637 5th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118

The two-unit residential building at 635-637 5th Avenue in the Inner Richmond neighborhood, owned by Tan Can Li & Fu Jian Xian, has undergone several significant renovations since its construction in 1911. Most recently, in 2021, a kitchen renovation was completed on the second floor, costing $22,000, which included countertop and cabinet replacements, as well as dishwasher installation, though this work initially generated a complaint about unpermitted construction noise that was resolved within 10 days.

The building has seen considerable improvements over the past decade, including a 2011 expansion involving the addition of a bedroom, family room, and bathroom in the rear garage ($30,000), and basement upgrades that included plumbing and electrical work for new fixtures and lighting. Earlier maintenance work included repairs to rear stairs and deck in 2002 ($4,000), and historical permits show activities such as stucco replacement and aluminum window installation in the 1990s and 1980s respectively. The property has experienced recurring issues with sidewalk parking violations in recent years, particularly between May and September 2023, with multiple reports of a white Tesla SUV parking on the sidewalk.

While most of these incidents resulted in either officers being unable to locate the vehicle or the issue not being validated, there were instances where citations were issued or violations were addressed. The building's maintenance record shows regular upkeep and improvements, with no recent complaints regarding building safety or resident comfort beyond the 2021 construction-related issue, which appears to have been promptly addressed. The most substantial recent investment was the 2021 kitchen remodel, representing an ongoing commitment to maintaining and upgrading the property's facilities.